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Mormon Land Podcast: What LDS Women Want—in the wake of a controversial ‘priesthood power’ speech
A thought-filled discussion with Mormon Land podcast on J. Anette Dennis’ quote on March 17. We discuss the quote as well as the flood of responses from Latter-day Saint women on the Church’s social media post.
How do I pursue a high-powered career and still show up as the mom I want to be? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Mallory recently went back to work part-time and is feeling immense guilt about being torn between work and home life.
How can I better communicate to my husband that I’m not comfortable letting our child sleep at my in-laws’ house? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Diana is not okay with either herself or her child sleeping there because years ago, her father-in-law was arrested for child molestation. Her husband has struggled to respect this boundary
How should I approach my daughter’s upcoming baptism when I don’t believe 8-year-olds are capable of making this choice? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Christine and her husband have several valid hesitations about their daughter getting baptized when they aren't sure that she really understands what she would be committing to.
How can I stay engaged and active in the LDS Church as a working mom and a feminist? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Sylvia shares the story of a painful experience at Church that has left her wondering if she sustains her leaders.
How do I know if I want kids because I genuinely want them or because it’s always been expected of me? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
After a recent break up caused by her partner not wanting to have children, Nicole is hoping to gain some clarity as to what she wants for her future and why.
Resources for Overcoming Mom Guilt: How do I stop feeling guilty?
A common struggle I see among moms is mom guilt. I’ve seen mothers worry that they aren’t spending enough time with their children, aren’t cooking enough, aren’t folding enough laundry, or aren’t worthy of self-care. If you’re a mom struggling with mom guilt, bookmark this post and refer to it often because it’s full of resources to help you stop feeling guilty as a mother.
How can I talk about boundaries with my narcissistic mother-in-law who turns everything into my fault? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
In today’s episode I chat with Morgan and answer the question “How can I talk about boundaries with my narcissistic mother-in-law who turns everything into my fault?”
How do I learn to trust myself when I feel a disconnect between what I learn in therapy and what I hear at Church? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
I answer the question “How do I learn to trust myself when I feel a disconnect between what I learn in therapy and what I hear at Church?” I know that a lot of listeners are going to relate to our discussion.
How can I be present when grief is always reminding me of what could have been? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Jennifer shares the story of her relationship, her husband’s cancer diagnosis, and her experience of being a new mom of twins while navigating the grief of losing her husband.
How to stay connected to the LDS Church in a psychologically healthy way with Valerie Hamaker
This bonus episode of the podcast is for anyone who is wanting to stay in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints while also protecting their mental health.
Has my Latter-day Saint upbringing impacted my sexuality?
In this podcast episode I talk with Mary and answer the question “Has my Latter-day Saint (LDS) upbringing impacted my sexuality?”
Invisible Labor: What It Is and How to Lighten Your Load: Ladies Talking Love Podcast
If you feel overwhelmed as a wife or a mother, there’s a chance some of that stress may be due to all of the invisible labor that you are in charge of.
What can I do to stop comparing myself to others and start fostering a growth mindset? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Sarah just started attending school after a 5-year break, and she has found herself worrying that she isn’t smart enough to be there.
Learning to Trust Yourself with Dr. Julie Hanks: Unleashing Sister Saints Podcast
I have studied how LDS women have overcome aspirational shame, both for my dissertation and in other studies. What I found most interesting about my research is the top ways that people resolve shame about aspirations.